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Beginner Independent Cooking: A Teen Cooking FLEX Class

Class
Tabitha Rivera
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(65)
Beginner chefs will be able to work through breakfast, lunches, dinners and desserts in the structured flex class. Fantastic for homeschoolers and those just starting out in the kitchen.

Class experience

17 lessons//17 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Getting Started
In week 1 we will be discussing what's what in the kitchen, as well as kitchen safety.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Breakfast Time!
Week 2 we jump into our kitchens and begin preparing breakfast with creating traditional pancakes, waffles and pancake muffins. This class focuses on reading recipe cards as well as getting creative in the kitchen.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Breakfast Time!
Week 3 is all about omelettes, bacon and sausage. Building on our skills, we will get more comfortable frying and using the oven.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Breakfast Continues
In our week 4 students will create a breakfast ice cream using frozen fruits. We will discuss creating healthy breakfasts that are fast and easy. Concentrated skills are using a blender and measurements.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Breakfast Concludes
In our final week of breakfast creations, students will make avocado toast, and a fried egg. We will also discuss the many ways to make an egg. Concentrated skills are frying, cutting and seasoning.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
It's Time for Lunch
As we begin our lunch creations, students will practice patience and using an assembly line to create Spring Rolls. They are also encouraged to get creative as we learn about sweet and savory tastes.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Simple Lunches
This week, we will begin learning how to juggle different pans at once as we make nachos for lunch. Students will learn about reheating foods and storing leftovers correctly.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Simple Yet Satisfying
In week 8 students will create Lettuce Wraps while we focus on using flavors from other cultures to create delicious dishes.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Lunch Conclusion
As we conclude our lunch lessons, students will make their own BBQ sauce and doctor up some hot sauce to make delicious Chicken Wings. This week does have a bit of a test as they will be relying solely on the recipe cards to make the sauces. We will also discuss how to safely work with chicken.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Dinner Time!
This week we begin our dinner creations with a Mexican flair. Students will focus on juggling different pans again while also learning about preparing ahead as we make Tacos, Beans and Spanish Rice.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Tried and True
Week 11 is a fan favorite as we recreate a popular food chain's Chicken Nuggets and Sauces. Our focused skills include assembly line, sanitary work environments and frying.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Healthy Doesn't Mean Bad
In week 12 learners will create Zucchini Boats as we work with cutting veggies in different ways.
 Week 13
Lesson 13
Dinner is Done
In our final week of dinners, students will make a stir-fry with meat and veggies. Learners are encouraged to get creative as we learn that the recipe cards can be adapted to individual flavors and the importance of using what we have on hand.
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Yummy!!
It's dessert time! We will begin our first week of desserts with a traditional Chocolate Chip Cookie with a bit of a twist. Lesson, will focus on portion control, creativity and oven safety.
 Week 15
Lesson 15
Baking without the Baking
In this week's lesson, we will make No Bake Cheesecakes as we learn how to make things with little or lessened sugar.
 Week 16
Lesson 16
An Old Favorite
As our lessons come to a close, students will put a little bit of everything together as we make brownie variations. They will have the option to create blondies or frosted brownies.
 Week 17
Lesson 17
A Cake Goodbye
In our final week of class, students will practice a 2 part lesson as we first make a cake from scratch, then mold that cake into cake pops.
This class is taught in English.
Homework Offered
Students will need to turn in a photo of their finished creation as well as the packet given each week.
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
If requested, student will be given a letter grade based on performance, and a letter or certificate of completion for their records.
Students may need assistance handling knives, hot kitchen tools, sharp objects as well as finding correct ingredients. 
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(65)
Profile
Hi there! I’m Tabitha Rivera and I am happy to meet you. A little about my background, I have a degree in English and Creative Writing and have been an online teacher for 4 years now. I also have 16 years teaching experience in a classroom setting... 
Self-Paced Class

$15

weekly or $250 for all content
17 pre-recorded lessons
17 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

Completed by 2 learners
Ages: 13-18

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